Torch on Bell

**SmEdD** · 08-19-2010, 10:43 PM

Since I seen a post saying Telus didn't have their service books pushed figured I would let any Bell users know that Bell has pushed their books. Everything is working 100% for me.

On another note, the Torch is WICKED.

Though activate online as their phone support sucks. Spent 30m with them today and they couldn't get it to work. Took me 3 minutes online.

Few points on the phone (got it off of Amazon).
- Reception is at 5 bars (3 on my 8330, 3-5 on my buddies 3gs)
- No lag, loose keyboard, tin sound, etc
- Easy to unlock and setup
- I'm in love

**BBshark** · 08-19-2010, 11:05 PM

2 questions: How much did you pay for the phone? Can you provide the web address to activate?

I'm dying to get my hands on one but so far Bell has been mum on the release date.

Thanks!

**miketko** · 08-19-2010, 11:30 PM

ya, im heading to Boston this weekend and im really wanting to grab a torch while im down there. im with Rogers.

how did you unlock yours?

**SmEdD** · 08-19-2010, 11:40 PM

To unlock I used i Unlock Blackberry - Blackberry Unlock Codes - INSTANTLY unlock any BLACKBERRY Worldwide.

They had wicked support (had issues getting it to work due to an error on my side.) You can buy them off ebay for $1 but most are sent by mail (due to ebays policies) and I didn't feel like waiting.

I paid 599 for it off of Amazon and used US Mail Forwarding, International Shipping | MyUS.com to re-route the package which cost another $55 for shipping and $88 on taxes (so really only an extra $55) so if you can get someone to ship to you as a gift and avoid the taxes or just drive over and pick it up. I had an option for Amazon Prime trial so I had 2 day shipping for free to them and they had it to me in 2 days with DHL so 4 days total.

As for activating use the bell online system and just click change device. Enter the imei number and then it will ask for the SIM serial number and then after that restart the phone and your set

**FreeYourCellphone** · 08-20-2010, 02:55 AM

I can also confirm that the Torch works perfectly with BELL and Rogers,

I bought 2 in LA, unlocked them and sent them over to friends in Canada

They used one on Rogers and one on BELL

both networks pushed service books to the phones and work perfectly.

My buddies say they get tonnes of people coming up to them and saying "hey is that the new BB torch?, How'd you get it here? "

Definitely a good option if you want to have a phone that barely anyone has in Canada.

**daynebca** · 08-20-2010, 10:43 AM

Thanks for the info. At least we know there's an option, while we continue to recieve the vauge "Coming soon...in the fall...in the next few weeks.." We've been getting.

**SackHarry** · 08-20-2010, 05:10 PM

he says he paid 599 from amazon but i dont see any torchs' on amazon for 599 please someone if yuo can post link

**gogrizzgo_themes** · 08-20-2010, 08:52 PM

When I read this thread title, I though it said taco bell, hehehehe. And what is bell?

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**wolfpacal** · 08-20-2010, 09:11 PM

Originally Posted by gogrizzgo_themes

When I read this thread title, I though it said taco bell, hehehehe. And what is bell?

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Bell is the Canadian equivalent of Verizon. Only we get screwed on everything up here. Bell is the oldest network in Canada. It runs coast to coast.

**gogrizzgo_themes** · 08-20-2010, 09:20 PM

Hmmm. Interesting. Is there a canadian equivalent of sprint? Or att?

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**leanneleg** · 08-20-2010, 10:01 PM

Originally Posted by gogrizzgo_themes

Hmmm. Interesting. Is there a canadian equivalent of sprint? Or att?

Which ever one has the worst customer service and is always behind the times would be Telus!!

**SmEdD** · 08-20-2010, 11:35 PM

Originally Posted by SackHarry

he says he paid 599 from amazon but i dont see any torchs' on amazon for 599 please someone if yuo can post link

Amazon.com: BlackBerry Torch 9800 Phone (AT&T): Cell Phones &…

It says 649 off contract but it will actually come up as 599.

**princealyy#cb** · 08-21-2010, 12:59 AM

Originally Posted by SmEdD

To unlock I used i Unlock Blackberry - Blackberry Unlock Codes - INSTANTLY unlock any BLACKBERRY Worldwide.

They had wicked support (had issues getting it to work due to an error on my side.) You can buy them off ebay for $1 but most are sent by mail (due to ebays policies) and I didn't feel like waiting.

I paid 599 for it off of Amazon and used US Mail Forwarding, International Shipping | MyUS.com to re-route the package which cost another $55 for shipping and $88 on taxes (so really only an extra $55) so if you can get someone to ship to you as a gift and avoid the taxes or just drive over and pick it up. I had an option for Amazon Prime trial so I had 2 day shipping for free to them and they had it to me in 2 days with DHL so 4 days total.

As for activating use the bell online system and just click change device. Enter the imei number and then it will ask for the SIM serial number and then after that restart the phone and your set

I can second that iunlockblackberry.com works like a charm and within minutes. I remembered seeing their ads on Craigslist and was weary of using the site until one of you guys have tried it. FWIW I used coupon code: CLIST to get a few bucks shaved off for a total of $6.95.

Also I walked into my local Best Buy and bought the phone outright for $499.99 + tax ~ $541.25

**pgodden** · 08-21-2010, 03:01 AM

Does everything work when unlocking and running on Bell? They don't squark about not buying from them? Can any berry be activated this way on their network?

**FreeYourCellphone** · 08-21-2010, 04:39 AM

Currently the Torch 9800, Bold 9000, and 9700 can be unlocked and used with bell.

All features will work.

We have unlocked many for use on Bell in Canada and all features work.

Check this out for more info (info from bells site)

Will my mobile phone or smartphone work on the Bell network?

Cheers,

James

Originally Posted by pgodden

Does everything work when unlocking and running on Bell? They don't squark about not buying from them? Can any berry be activated this way on their network?

**wolfpacal** · 08-21-2010, 04:17 PM

Originally Posted by gogrizzgo_themes

Hmmm. Interesting. Is there a canadian equivalent of sprint? Or att?

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Sprint, not sure, maybe Telus. AT&T would be like our Robbers, sorry I meant Rogers. Robbers is GSM and overpriced like the others up here. We still get hit .40c/min for domestic long distance and have to pay for caller id, voicemail etc. Canadian cell companies are amongst the greediest in the world. No competition = Canadian telecommunications industry. Highest prices, crappy service, no alternative. I would love if Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, Directv, Dishnetwork were allowed to set up shop here. Just my .02

**pgodden** · 08-21-2010, 08:38 PM

Thanks... I always under the impression that you couldn't bring a phone over to Bell, this is great news!

Originally Posted by FreeYourCellphone

Currently the Torch 9800, Bold 9000, and 9700 can be unlocked and used with bell.

All features will work.

We have unlocked many for use on Bell in Canada and all features work.

Check this out for more info (info from bells site)

Will my mobile phone or smartphone work on the Bell network?

Cheers,

James

**SmEdD** · 08-22-2010, 01:45 AM

After some more play not all features are working. Mainly 3rd party apps. Orb, youtube, blackjack

and a few other things don't work on Bell atm. However I'm usually around wifi when I want to use any of that stuff so it works for me!

**SmEdD** · 08-23-2010, 02:29 PM

Found out how to get the 3rd party apps to work if anyone else needs to know.

Goto Options -> Device -> Advance System Settings -> TCP IP

Set the APN to the correct carrier (listed below) and turn off APN Authentication.

Bell: pda.bell.ca
Rogers: internet.com
Telus: sp.telus.com

**vijay15#cb** · 08-27-2010, 01:02 AM

Hey guys,

I am having mucho trouble. I got the Torch from the States. LOVE IT. Excpet I cant access the 3G at all! I went to the TCP/IP and set APN to pda.bell.ca, and then turned off authentification .... but then what?

What am I missing after that?

Do I have to tell Bell that I am now using a blackberry (its my first).

Thanks
Vij

**kccman** · 08-27-2010, 07:32 AM

Is the Torch unlocked? Your post doesn't mention that and thats why I ask.

**vijay15#cb** · 08-27-2010, 10:12 AM

Yes it is unlocked. Sorry for being unclear. It is unlocked. I can make phone calls. i can download from the app market, but i cant ssetup emails or browse using the browser

**kccman** · 08-27-2010, 11:03 AM

You will need to go on a Blackberry Plan for sure to get email and browse with the Blackberry browser. $30 6GB data plan is the best deal right now.

**vijay15#cb** · 08-27-2010, 12:14 PM

Even if I already have a perfectly good data plan? I have always owned smartphones

**Jonavin** · 08-27-2010, 01:46 PM

Originally Posted by gogrizzgo_themes

Hmmm. Interesting. Is there a canadian equivalent of sprint? Or att?

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Well, Rogers used to be "Cantel AT&T" and then later "Rogers AT&T" and then finally just "Rogers" after AT&T sold off its shares in Rogers Wireless.

Sprint... I guess that's Telus, since they also have an iDEN network just like Sprint's Nextel.

Of course, unlike the USA, all of our major carriers all have HSPA 3G+ network now. Even most of the new carriers have HSPA, just with T-Mobile's bands instead of AT&T's.